“There is no fear of God before their eyes.” (Romans 3:18)

“There is no fear of God before their eyes.” (Romans 3:18)

In biblical terms, “fear of God” refers to or denotes a profound respect, reverence, and awe for the Almighty. The absence of this “fear” indicates spiritual deficiency and moral decay. 

The meaning of “before their eyes” suggests a deliberate choice by a person or people to ignore or reject God’s presence and authority. Again, in biblical terms, the eyes often symbolize one’s perception and understanding. Therefore, when individuals or nations fail to see God “before their eyes,” it indicates as willful choice to be blind and/or ignorant of God’s love and power – signaling man’s decline in relationship to Christ.

Fr. John